The bill amends existing laws regarding impersonation and identity fraud by introducing new definitions and clarifying existing provisions. Key insertions include definitions for "digital forgery," which involves a person participating in the generation, creation, or distribution of a forged digital likeness of an individual or entity to facilitate fraud, and "forged digital likeness," which refers to a computer- or electronic system-generated visual representation or audio recording of an identifiable individual that is likely to deceive a reasonable person into believing it is genuine.
The bill expands the definition of "means of identification" to include data unique to both individuals and entities, such as names, numbers, logos, trademarks, or other identifying marks. It also introduces the term "elderly adult" to refer to individuals aged sixty years or older.
Additionally, the bill specifies various identity fraud offenses, including knowingly impersonating an entity or person with intent to defraud, engaging in digital forgery, and possessing or transferring identification documents unlawfully. It outlines exceptions for constitutionally protected activities, law enforcement duties, and activities protected by state or federal law.
The bill establishes penalties for identity fraud offenses, which may include imprisonment and fines that increase with subsequent convictions. The provisions of the bill will take effect upon passage.